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17431 Bristow Drive

Galveston, TX 77554

2 beds
2 baths
1,170 sqft
6,000 sqft lot
$982 per sqft
2011 build
– on site

Welcome to Blue Heron, a beautiful beachfront home on Galveston Island. This home is situated on a double lot & features a private beach walk-over, fenced yard & a deck to enjoy the spectacular panoramic views of the gulf. Inside the home boasts an open & airy layout with soaring 22' ceilings & a wall of windows that provide abundant natural light & great views. 2 bedrooms & a bath are located on the 1st floor, and a spiral staircase leads to a large loft with a full bath. The property will come fully furnished & is currently set up to sleep 8 people, making this an ideal turn-key vacation home or short-term rental. Additional features include a fully stocked kitchen with stainless steel appliances, renovated bathrooms, utility room with front loading washer & dryer, upgraded ceramic tile flooring throughout, whole-house water filtration system, LED recessed lighting, 4 Samsung smart TVs, security system with cameras, a covered carport, outdoor shower & much more.

Listing courtesy of HAR / eXp Realty LLC

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Feb 23, 2025 •

MLS# 50231888 —

The Building

Year Built:

2011
Year Built Source:

Appraisal District
New Construction:

No
Style:

Traditional
Dwelling Type:

Free Standing
Roof:

Composition
Stories:

2
Siding:

Wood
Foundation:

On Stilts

Interior

Interior:

Alarm System - Owned, Crown Molding, Dryer Included, Fire/Smoke Alarm, High Ceiling, Refrigerator Included, Washer Included
Room Count:

5
Room Description:

Kitchen/Dining Combo, Living Area - 1st Floor, Living/Dining Combo, Loft
Kitchen Description:

Kitchen open to Family Room
Floors:

Tile

Financial & Terms

Finance Available:

Cash Sale, Conventional, VA
Price SqFt List:

$982.91
Price Acre List:

8345428.16

Location

Directions:

Heading south on 45 take the 61st Street exit and turn right on 61st, turn right on Seawall Blvd, proceed approximately 11 miles and turn left on 16 Mile Road, right on Bristow Dr
Latitude:

29.175036
Longitude:

-94.984209

The Property

Property Type:

Single-Family
Parcel Number:

3745-0000-0033-002
Acres:

0.1378
Acres Description:

0 up to 1/4 Acres
Lot Description:

Water View, Waterfront
Lot Size:

6,000 Sqft
Lot Size Source:

Appraisal District
Lot Price SqFt List:

191.67
Total SqFt:

1,170 Sqft
SqFt Source:

Appraisal District
Water Amenity:

Beach View, Beachfront, Beachside, Gulf View
Exterior:

Back Yard, Back Yard Fenced, Patio/Deck
Area:

33
Private Pool:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Rate:

$1.72
Tax Amount:

$3,999

Beds

Total Bedrooms:

2
Beds Maximum:

3
Bedroom Description:

All Bedrooms Down

Baths

Total Baths:

2.00
Full Baths:

2

The Listing

Virtual Tour
URL Virtual Tour 2:

https://youtu.be/jHSXx6rA2B4
Status:

Active
Disclosures:

Sellers Disclosure

Heating & Cooling

Heat System:

Central Electric
Cool System:

Central Electric

Utilities

Water/Sewer:

Public Sewer, Public Water

Appliances

Range Type:

Electric Range
Oven Type:

Electric Oven
Dishwasher:

Yes
Disposal:

Yes

Schools

Elementary:

GISD OPEN ENROLL
Middle School:

GISD OPEN ENROLL
High School:

BALL HIGH SCHOOL
School District:

22 - Galveston

The Community

Subdivision:

Gulf Palms
Legal Subdivision:

GULF PALMS
Active Community 55:

No
Restrictions:

Deed Restrictions
Management Company:

WAGS
HOA Phone:

000-000-0000
HOA Mandatory:

Yes
Annual Maintenance:

Mandatory
Maintenance Fee Amount:

$25
Maintenance Fee Schedule:

Annually
Other Fees:

No
Master Planned Community:

No

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$1,150,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$6,157
Taxes	$333
Insurance	$316
HOA fees	$2
Utilities	$118 See report
Total	$6,926/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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This house located in Gulf Palms, Galveston, TX 77554 is currently for sale for $1,150,000. 17431 Bristow Drive is a 1,170 square foot house with 2 beds and 2 baths that has been on Estately for 31 days. 17431 Bristow Drive is in the Gulf Palms neighborhood of Galveston and has a WalkScore® of 35, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of Burnet-Ecu Elementary School, Scott Collegiate Academy, Aim College And Career Prep, Oppe Elementary School, Parker School Of International Studies, Ball High School, L.A. Morgan Elementary School, Central Middle School, Austin Middle School, and Coastal Village Elementary And Middle School.

Listing Courtesy of: HAR and eXp Realty LLC.

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